Technique Video: Making and Repairing Tungsten Needles

Micro tools are necessary when isolating, mounting, and handling 1-100 µm sized particles without the use of micromanipulators. In this Hooke College of Applied Sciences video, Kristie Kolozie shows you how to create and sharpen a tungsten needle.

Check out all of the Hooke College of Applied Sciences technique videos:

• Isolating a Microscopical Defect
• Permanent Slide Preparation
• Air Bubbles in Microscope Slides
• Particle Solubility as an Aid to Identification

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